Because I could not stop for Death - A poem by Emily Dickinson

⏳ This poem by Emily Dickinson could have millions of interpretations; I decided to see it like a trip to the past while you're about to die. That's why I chose to turn it into a hypothetical road trip. I know it is a strange metaphor, but those are the first images that came to my mind when I read the poem for the first time. Hope you enjoyed it!

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⏳ Some Emily Dickinson’s Books:

📔 The Complete Poems of Emily Dickinson

📔 Open Me Carefully: Dickinson's Intimate Letters to Susan Huntington Dickinson

📔Envelope Poems

📔The Collected Poems of Emily Dickinson

📔Hope Is the Thing with Feathers (Petite Poems)

📔The Essential Emily Dickinson

📔Emily Dickinson's Gardening Life: The Plants and Places That Inspired the Iconic Poet

📔The Illustrated Emily Dickinson: 25 Essential Poems

⏳ Narrator
Tom O'bedlam

⏳ Music
Findings by August Wilhelmsson

⏳ Poem
Because I could not stop for Death
By Emily Dickinson

Because I could not stop for Death –
He kindly stopped for me –
The Carriage held but just Ourselves –
And Immortality.

We slowly drove – He knew no haste
And I had put away
My labor and my leisure too,
For His Civility –

We passed the School, where Children strove
At Recess – in the Ring –
We passed the Fields of Gazing Grain –
We passed the Setting Sun –

Or rather – He passed Us –
The Dews drew quivering and Chill –
For only Gossamer, my Gown –
My Tippet – only Tulle –

We paused before a House that seemed
A Swelling of the Ground –
The Roof was scarcely visible –
The Cornice – in the Ground –

Since then – 'tis Centuries – and yet
Feels shorter than the Day
I first surmised the Horses' Heads
Were toward Eternity –

[pkgpiyo]

I have a terminal have accepted that what is to be must brought me to this poem today. I found it oddly comforting.

[raelene]

I can't listen to poetry anymore, unless its read by Tom. I love the visuals.

[ricsouza]

My interpretation is that is a poetic depiction of a literal funeral procession, with a carriage carrying the dead lyrical self to her grave. It's hauning and morbid but beautiful as well.

[ravenfeather]

I first saw this presentation a couple of weeks ago when I was truly struggling with my mostly recently acquired knowledge of my mortality. I was not going gently into that good night. It figuratively stopped me in my tracks and I was struck with an immediate sense of calm and acceptance. "Yes, that is me." A perfect accompaniment to Dickinson's poem. As it guides me on my way.

[SpecialSalads]

It's so wonderful to see content like this on YouTube instead of just TikTok dances.

[EnkaMexi]

The Reaper comes, with scythe in hand
to take us to the other land
His coat is black, his voice is grim
his eyes are red, his body slim.
He'll come for you, he'll come for me
it's just a matter of time, you see
For he's a part of life's grand scheme
and in his touch, there's a new dream.

[Zach______]

You really get the cadence of each poem, the music is very fitting.

[naturesoundzz]

Death will come to us as a friend - the words have given me comfort after my dad passed away. Your visuals and the soothing voice help … Thank you

[marycarroll-ufjj]

My favorite poem by my favorite poet. Hauntingly beautiful.

[Gar]

We passed the setting sun,
Or rather,
He passed us

[estherferrandez]

I love Emily's poetry and this poem is iconic. I've absolutely loved your interpretation as a trip to the past. I think it is something people may do naturally when they face their leaving.I think I'd do. Thanks a lot. The images are beautiful and very intriguing.

[SurajYadav-hhiu]

So soothing ❤, I just closed my eyes to feel that mesmerizing vibe but I was here to watch the explanation of this poem for my exam 😅.
Thank you so much 🙏...

[junjuncea.]

Once in a lifetime-there is everything!

[timothypoulter]

A stunning reading and visuals. I am truly moved by this.

[CurtRowlett]

This poem gives me great comfort. Much love to you, Ms. Dickinson.

[karenlove]

So Beautiful.. Thank you very much 🌳🌿🍃🐦🕊️

[rtisom]

Very beautiful reading, stunning visuals.

[nikiTricoteuse]

I love it. It seems absolutely fitting and the narration (recital?) is superb. My only complaint is, as is too often the case sadly, the music is too loud. Those of us with older ears often find the volume and certain notes extremely jarring. I miss the days when background music WAS in the background.

[citizensnid]

It seems to alternate between manmade structures and the natural world this film. Interesting urban then countryside then urban then countryside again. Great poem good visuals

[sousamina]

Me hizo llorar. Te quedó hermoso el canal. Felicidades lore!!